As professionals, we inevitably face contentious subjects across the field. Today I am sharing a recent example of disagreement met with collaboration. In this case, an SLP determined that a Gestalt Language Processor (GLP) was not yet in the Natural Language Acquisition stage to answer questions. Meanwhile, the BCBA set a goal for the learner to respond to Personal Safety Questions. The team ultimately collaborated to prioritize safety-related questions as a goal important for this specific learner. This case highlights an essential responsibility: ethical collaboration to support the best possible outcomes for our learners.
I also encourage you to check out the Systematic Review on Gestalt Language Processing published in December 2024. The review summary concluded that there is currently insufficient empirical evidence to support GLP as an effective intervention. As providers, it’s our duty to evaluate emerging practices while ensuring our approaches remain evidence-based.
At ABA Speech, our mission is to equip professionals with the tools they need to help autistic learners communicate with the world. We do this one CEU at a time. If you haven’t taken our ethics course, “Navigating Conflict Ethically,” which focuses on AAC, Verbal Imitation, and Gestalt Language Processing, consider exploring it through the ABA Speech Connection Membership.
By fostering collaboration, prioritizing ethics, and staying informed, we can create meaningful communication opportunities for every learner.
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What’s Inside:
- What is GLP?
- What is NLA?
- Specific case study for conflict surrounding Gestalt
- Systematic Review on Gestalt Language Processing.
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